Optica 34600 FXBT User manual

Optica Technologies Incorporated
34600 FXBT Converter
Quick Start Guide
Product Warranty
Safety Warnings
34600/070208
Trademarks
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are trademarks of Optica Technologies Incorporated.
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Technologies Incorporated, 2051 Dogwood Street , Louisville, CO 80027 USA.
Printed in the United States of America.
Rev. 7/08
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Safety Warnings
Important Instructions to User:
All interface cables to this equipment, except for fibre optic cables, must
be shielded and designed in accordance with proper EMI techniques to
ensure compliance with EMC requirements. OPTICA TECHNOLOGIES
INCORPORATED will provide cable shielding specifications on request.
Electromagnetic Emissions Statements
United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Electromagnetic Emissions Statement
Warning: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions in this manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of the
FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference in which case the user at his own expense will be
required to take whatever measures may be required to correct
interference.
Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) Statement
Warning: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions in this manual, may cause interference to radio
communications. This digital apparatus has been tested and does not
exceed the Class A limits for radio noise for digital apparatus set out in
the DOC Radio Interference Regulations. The regulations are designed to
provide reasonable protection against radio noise interference in which
case the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever
measures may be required to correct interference.
European Communities
Warning: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits of CISPR 22 and EN 55022 Class A for information technology
equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause interference in which case the user may be required
to take adequate measures.
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Electromagnetic Immunity Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of
EN 50082-2 (Electromagnetic Immunity for heavy industry).
CAUTION NOTICE
1. No user serviceable parts. All installation and servicing to be
conducted by qualified service personnel.
2. The rack mounted version of this unit can be mounted anywhere in a
19 inch rack providing a 1.75 inch air gap is left above and below
and a 1.0 inch air gap is left on the sides.
3. The connection of such equipment to a public telecommunications
network in a European Community Member State will be in
violation of the national law implementing Directive 91/263/EEC on
the approximation of the laws of the Member States concerning
telecommunication terminal equipment, including mutual
recognition of their conformity.
4. Class 1 LED product.
Environmental Considerations
Equipment in a Rack
1. Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature - If installed in a closed or
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the
rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore,
consideration should be given when installing the equipment in a
rack. Maximum ambient temperature of Optica Technologies
Incorporated equipment is +40º C.
2. Reduced Airflow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be
such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the
equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in a rack should
be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven
loading.
4. Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the
connection of equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that
overloading of circuits might have on over-current protection and
supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate
rating should be used when addressing this concern.
5. Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment
should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g.,
use of power strips).
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Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide is for qualified technicians who are familiar with
the ESCON/Bus &Tag environment. If you are new to this technology,
you should read all the instructions in the 34600 User Guide to ensure
proper setup and operation of the 34600 FXBT Converter. The 34600 User
Guide is available for download from our website,
www.OpticaTech.com.
Unpacking and Inspecting the FXBT
Use the following procedure to unpack and inspect your hardware:
1. Cut the tape and open the cardboard covers.
2. Remove all items from the top cardboard tray from the carton.
3. Remove the top cardboard tray from the carton.
4. Lift the chassis out of the carton, and remove the ends from the
converter.
5. Remove the converter and desiccant pack from the static bag.
6. Remove the bottom cardboard tray from the carton.
7. Remove the Bus & Tag Y Cable from the bottom of the carton (if you
ordered this item).
8. Make sure you have all the items listed on the packing list(s). If any
items are missing or broken, please contact Optica Technologies.
Preparing for Installation
To ensure proper FXBT operation, you must have the following items
and tools:
•A # 2 slotted and/or a # 2 Phillips Head screwdriver.
Selecting the Installation Location
The location of the FXBT should be clean, flat and dry. The FXBT may
be installed:
•A. stand-alone, or
•B. rack-mounted in a rack panel available from Optica Technologies
Either location should be within 6 feet (2meters) of power and should
also conform to the environmental specifications typically required in
data processing centers.
Stand-alone units may be installed:
•under-floor
•on a shelf in an equipment cabinet
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•on a table top or on the floor in an out-of-the-way location
Configurations
The 34600 FXBT Converter is connected directly to a native CNC channel
via a fiber optic MTRJ-to-MTRJ (or duplex-to-MTRJ) cable. The bus and
tag devices are then connected to a bus and tag "Y" cable that is
connected to the FXBT converter. An RJ-45 cable may also be connected
to the FXBT to allow OPTICA personnel to access the converter to read
any status or error logs and to facilitate microcode upgrades.
34600 FXBT Configuration
Connecting to the ESCON port
The FXBT MTRJ fiber optic port requires an MTRJ to MTRJ (or duplex to
MTRJ) fiber optic jumper cable to attach it to the channel. To attach the
FXBT to the ESCON channel, follow the following steps:
1. Remove the jumper from the protective bag and remove one
protective dust cap from the MTRJ end.
2. Remove the dust cap from the transceiver of the FXBT and insert the
uncovered end of the jumper into the transceiver.
3. Route the other end of the jumper to the ESCON channel, being
careful not to kink or stress the jumper.
4. Remove the dust cap and connect the jumper to the indicated
ESCON channel.
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Connecting to the Bus and Tag Devices
The FXBT Bus and Tag port requires a Y connection cable (Optica
Technologies P/N 149510, IBM P/N 6473053) to attach it to the legacy
Bus and Tag devices. To attach the FXBT to the devices, follow the
following steps:
1. Connect the 78 pin D-connector of the Y Cable to the 78 pin D-
connector of the converter. Be sure to tighten the thumbscrews to
finger tightness.
2. Connect the dark end of the Bus and Tag cables to the serpentine
ends of the Y Cable (being sure you attach the Bus to the Bus and the
Tag to the Tag).
NOTE: Maximum Fiber Distances
The maximum multi-mode fiber optic cable distance supported for an ESCON
channel operating in native (CNC) mode, including ESCDs, is 3000 meters (9843
feet), some exceptions apply. See the Owners Manual for device-specific
limitations.
Indicators
The FXBT has a four character display window and four LED indicators
to provide status information. During normal operations the address of
the converter rolls across the window.
Indicator Definitions:
NOT OPERATIONAL: (AMBER)
(OFF): The converter is connected to an active ESCON channel and is
receiving correct link sequences.
(ON): The converter is connected to an active ESCON channel and is
receiving incorrect link sequences
(BLINKING): The converter is not connected to an active ESCON
channel or the channel is configured offline.
FIBER ACTIVE: (GREEN)
The converter is connected to an active ESCON channel.
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ERROR: (RED)
The converter has encountered a condition that has resulted in an error
log entry being generated. Normal operation continues.
CU ACTIVE: (GREEN)
The converter is actively communicating with a bus/tag device (OP IN).
Character Window:
NORMAL OPERATIONS:
Scrolls the Optica microcode version and the current TCP/IP address of
the FXBT.
POWERING UP:
Various numbers and characters indicating what stage the power-on
diagnostics and self tests are in.
OTHER STATES:
•DIAG±: The converter is in Diagnostic mode, placed there by a
logged in user. Normal Operations cannot occur while in Diagnostic
mode.
•IDIE: Converter must be replaced, call for product support.
•ERR±: During the Burn diagnostic routine, the converter received an
error.
Warranty
34600 FXBT Converter: Limited 1- Year Warranty
Optica Technologies Incorporated (OTI) warrants to the end-user
customer that this hardware product is free from defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year
from the date of purchase by the customer. This limited warranty covers
only those defects that arise as a result of normal use of the product, and
do not apply to:
1. Improper use or modification
2. Software, interfacing, parts or maintenance not provided or
authorized by OTI.
3. Operation outside of the published specifications of the product.
If OTI receives notice of a defect during the warranty period, we will, at
our sole option, either repair or replace the defective product.
Any replacement product may be either new or like-new, provided that
it has functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced.
OTI warrants any replaced or repaired product as new, i.e., one year
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from the date of shipment. All products that are replaced will become
the property of OTI.
OTI shall have no obligation to repair or replace a product until the
customer has requested a Return Authorization Number and returns the
defective product to OTI. OTI will make commercially reasonable efforts
to ship the replacement product not later than two (2) days after
receiving the defective product, but replacement may be delayed due to
product availability or export or import procedures. Customers whose
uptime requirements require faster return to service are encouraged to
maintain designated spare unit(s).
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, NEITHER OTI
NOR ITS THIRD PARTY SUPPLIERS MAKE ANY OTHER
WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE OTI PRODUCT(S), AND
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. WE EXCLUDE FOR
OURSELVES, AND OUR SUPPLIERS ANY LIABILITY FOR
NEGLIGENCE, INCIDENTIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF
REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF
INFORMATION OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING
OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION,
MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR
INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF OTI OR ITS
AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY
OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND LIMITS ITS LIABILITY TO REPAIR,
REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT
OTI’S OPTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES
WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN
SHALL FAIL.
DISCLAIMER
This warranty gives you specific legal rights that may vary depending on
local law. You may have other rights that vary from state to state in the
United States, from province to province in Canada, and from country to
country elsewhere in the world; therefore the above limitations and
exclusions may be limited in their application to you. When the implied
warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their entirety, they will be
limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty.
HOW TO REQUEST RETURN AUTHORIZATION
For replacement of a defective unit during the warranty period, you
must contact OTI for a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA).
You may contact us through a link provided on our website at
www.OpticaTech.com, or via facsimile at 937-704-0101. We will need the
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product Serial Number (found on the label on the underside of the unit),
as well as the business name and location of the equipment, telephone
and facsimile number, e-mail address for a contact individual, and a
brief description of the fault condition. We will provide shipping
information by return e-mail when the RMA number is assigned.
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Optica Technologies Incorporated
2051 Dogwood Street
Louisville, CO 80027
www.opticatech.com
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